Why First United Methodist Church??
We moved to Marion 5 years ago and just recently had our first child Addison on Christmas Eve of last year. We had decided that we wanted our daughter to grow up in the church and have the same opportunities that we had. We visited a few churches but from the first time we came to FUMC we knew we were part of the family. Everyone we have met has been very helpful and welcoming. We were amazed at how many different opportunities FUMC has given us to explore our faith. We are all looking forward to our family growing in faith with FUMC and becoming even more of a part of the church.
~ Jason, Dani, and Addison Showalter
I have recently moved to the Cedar Rapids/Marion community. I grew up in a Methodist Church and wanted to find a church in the area where I felt comfortable and could get involved. When I visited the First United Methodist Church of Marion I could tell I had found the right place. Everyone welcomed me like I was part of the family. I have enjoyed the contemporary services and have been able to get involved in many church activities such as small groups and adult Sunday School. At FUMC I am able to strengthen my connection with God as well as with the community. I thank everyone at FUMC for welcoming me into their community.
~Nate Stouder
I did not need to think very long on why I decided to join FUMC. After all, I had heard so many positive comments from co-workers and other people in the community. For me though, there was a different reason: I was spiritually thirsty.
I grew up attending a Methodist church in Cedar Rapids and you could find me every Wednesday night in the "Circuit Rider" youth program. But, after high school and into college, I let my religion slide. I always believed, but stopped going to church. Fast forward multiple years, a marriage, and two pre-teen daughters later, an urge hit. I was missing something in my little cozy corner of the world. That something was church.
I first attended FUMC at a 9:45 "2 Songs & a Sermon" service. That's all it took. I was hooked! I absolutely love coming to this church and look forward to serving the community. My faith and beliefs have always been there...now they have a home.
~Lea & Gary Cliff, Rylee, and Jillian
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